Senior Internal Auditor

Senior Internal Auditor - Johns Creek, Ga

Our client is a long‑standing leader in the transportation and logistics industry, providing essential freight and supply chain services across North America. With more than a century of operational excellence, the organization is known for its commitment to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement. The company values integrity, accountability, and collaboration, fostering an environment where professionals can make a meaningful impact while supporting a mission that keeps commerce moving.

We are seeking a Senior Internal Auditor to join a high‑performing internal audit team responsible for strengthening governance, risk management, and internal control processes. This role plays a critical part in delivering high‑quality audit engagements that provide insight, foresight, and value to leadership. The Senior Internal Auditor will lead audits from planning through reporting, ensuring alignment with the IIA Global Internal Audit Standards and contributing to the continuous enhancement of audit methodology.

In this position, you will conduct risk‑based audits, prepare well‑supported work papers, communicate findings to management, and monitor remediation efforts. You will also support strategic initiatives within the audit function, maintain strong stakeholder relationships, and stay current on emerging risks and industry best practices. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative team that values experience, independence, and professional growth.

• Lead end‑to‑end risk‑based internal audit engagements in accordance with the IIA Global Internal Audit Standards
• Develop audit plans, perform fieldwork, analyze results, and prepare clear and well‑supported audit documentation
• Communicate audit observations and recommendations to management to enhance operational efficiency and control effectiveness
• Track and evaluate the status of corrective actions and management remediation plans
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including methodology updates and quality assurance activities
• Support internal audit leadership with strategic projects and department‑level initiatives
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders while upholding independence and objectivity
• Stay informed on emerging risks, regulatory changes, and relevant IIA guidance

• 4 to 7 years of progressive internal audit, risk management, or related experience, including leading audits from start to finish
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; advanced degree preferred
• Professional certification such as CIA or active progress toward CIA strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of the IIA Global Internal Audit Standards, IPPF components, and internal audit methodologies
• Understanding of governance, risk, and control frameworks and their application within internal audit
• Excellent analytical, communication, and report writing skills
• High level of integrity, professional skepticism, and commitment to ethical conduct
• Ability to manage multiple projects, work independently, and operate effectively in a dynamic environment
• Experience in public accounting, transportation, logistics, or manufacturing is a plus but not required